https://tipsandtalons.com/2026-08-18https://tipsandtalons.com/share-home.svg https://tipsandtalons.com/news/expert-offers-leadership-approach/2026-08-18https://tipsandtalons.com/share-expert-offers-leadership-approach.svgExpert Offers New Leadership Approach to Navigate Uncertainty and DivisionGlobal leadership strategist Thom Dennis proposes a new leadership style in his book, Rewilding the Corporate Mind, to effectively manage teams in today's complex environment. (Source: Salon Today) https://tipsandtalons.com/news/salons-year-extended-deadline/2026-08-18https://tipsandtalons.com/share-salons-year-extended-deadline.svgSALONS OF THE YEAR 2026: Extended Deadline and Photography TipsThe deadline for the 2026 SALONS OF THE YEAR competition has been extended to August 31, 2026, and the organizers are offering photography tips to help applicants showcase their interior design. https://tipsandtalons.com/news/echelon-noir-unveils-masterclass/2026-08-18https://tipsandtalons.com/share-echelon-noir-unveils-masterclass.svgEchelon Noir Unveils Masterclass on Black Hair ReimaginedEchelon Noir is set to debut a masterclass on Black Hair Reimagined, featuring Jawara Wauchope and Malcolm Marquez. (Source: Salon Today) https://tipsandtalons.com/news/merz-aesthetics-ultherapy-prime/2026-08-18https://tipsandtalons.com/share-merz-aesthetics-ultherapy-prime.svgMerz Aesthetics' Ultherapy PRIME Now FDA-Approved for Knees TreatmentsThe U.S. FDA has cleared Ultherapy PRIME to improve the appearance of skin laxity on the knees, marking a significant expansion of the device's portfolio of cleared body indications. https://tipsandtalons.com/news/art-go-usa-assumes/2026-08-17https://tipsandtalons.com/share-art-go-usa-assumes.svgArtègo USA Assumes Control of its U.S. Distribution, Plans for GrowthArtègo USA has announced a new chapter in its U.S. distribution operations, with Axel Weiss and his son Marc Weiss taking direct control. (Source: Salon Today) https://tipsandtalons.com/news/salon-growth-strategies-amid/2026-08-17https://tipsandtalons.com/share-salon-growth-strategies-amid.svgSalon Growth Strategies Amid Industry SlumpThe latest KIM Report reveals a 3% increase in service tickets, but a 1% drop in client foot traffic, prompting salon owners to seek new marketing strategies. (Source: Salon Today) https://tipsandtalons.com/news/mastering-key-performance-indicators/2026-08-17https://tipsandtalons.com/share-mastering-key-performance-indicators.svgMastering Key Performance Indicators for Salon SuccessA guide from Phorest outlines essential KPIs for salon, spa, and med spa performance, providing a framework for owners and managers to make informed business decisions. (Source: Salon Today) https://tipsandtalons.com/news/wella-professionals-opens-entries/2026-08-17https://tipsandtalons.com/share-wella-professionals-opens-entries.svgWella Professionals Opens Entries for Trend Vision Awards 2026Hairstylists and barbers are invited to showcase their creative and technical vision in the 2026 Trend Vision Awards, a global competition celebrating artistry and creativity. (Source: Modern Salon) https://tipsandtalons.com/news/beauty-industry-confidence-study-bf5db0/2026-08-17https://tipsandtalons.com/share-beauty-industry-confidence-study-bf5db0.svgBeauty Industry Confidence Study Launched by Professional Beauty Association and Pivot PointThe Professional Beauty Association and Pivot Point have joined forces to develop Pro Beauty Pulse, an ongoing research initiative designed to provide a monthly view of confidence and sentiment... https://tipsandtalons.com/news/dubai-salon-market-offers-5f6baf/2026-08-17https://tipsandtalons.com/share-dubai-salon-market-offers-5f6baf.svgDubai Salon Market Offers Valuable Insights for American ProfessionalsThe Dubai salon market is a unique and demanding premium beauty market, where clients visit salons every week, spending up to $1,400 per month on beauty services. American salon professionals can... https://tipsandtalons.com/news/evaluating-expanding-service-menus-24ed27/2026-08-17https://tipsandtalons.com/share-evaluating-expanding-service-menus-24ed27.svgEvaluating and Expanding Service Menus: A Guide for Beauty ProfessionalsBeauty professionals can optimize their service menus by analyzing popularity, profitability, and trends. Kelly McCarthy-Westbrook of MY SALON Suite advises reviewing business data, consulting... https://tipsandtalons.com/news/industry-associations-honored-esthetics-8fb652/2026-08-17https://tipsandtalons.com/share-industry-associations-honored-esthetics-8fb652.svgIndustry Associations Honored for Esthetics Licensure CompactThe American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) has awarded the 2026 Power of Associations Gold Award to Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP), The International SPA Association (ISPA), and... https://tipsandtalons.com/news/beauty-industry-professionals-share-13b60a/2026-08-16https://tipsandtalons.com/share-beauty-industry-professionals-share-13b60a.svgBeauty Industry Professionals Share Keys to Success and Career LongevityIndustry experts share their insights on building a successful career in beauty, from mastering one's craft to embracing lifelong education and trusting one's instincts. (Source: Modern Salon) https://tipsandtalons.com/news/opi-brings-back-fan-bd601a/2026-08-16https://tipsandtalons.com/share-opi-brings-back-fan-bd601a.svgOPI Brings Back Fan Favorites with New CollectionOPI is celebrating 45 years of color by reopening the Vault and bringing back some of its most-loved nail shades as permanent additions to the collection. (Source: Modern Salon) https://tipsandtalons.com/news/black-beauty-roster-hosts-d6d535/2026-08-16https://tipsandtalons.com/share-black-beauty-roster-hosts-d6d535.svgBlack Beauty Roster Hosts Beauty Expo Presented by SalonCentric in NYCThe Black Beauty Roster Beauty Expo, presented by SalonCentric, took place in New York City, bringing together beauty professionals, creators, and industry leaders for a full day of masterclasses... https://tipsandtalons.com/news/beauty-adaptation-ashley-leoncini-5211b5/2026-08-16https://tipsandtalons.com/share-beauty-adaptation-ashley-leoncini-5211b5.svgThe Beauty of Adaptation: Ashley Leoncini's Path to SuccessA successful beauty career is built on real-world relationships, thoughtful client experiences, and the ability to adapt to change, according to Ashley Leoncini, a bridal beauty specialist and MODERN... https://tipsandtalons.com/news/beautyworld-dubai-showcases-demands-2ede88/2026-08-16https://tipsandtalons.com/share-beautyworld-dubai-showcases-demands-2ede88.svgBeautyworld Dubai Showcases the Demands of a Premium Beauty MarketThe upcoming Beautyworld Dubai exhibition will highlight the unique characteristics of the Middle Eastern beauty market, where clients visit salons weekly and spend a significant amount on beauty... https://tipsandtalons.com/news/pba-naha-entries-now-023c28/2026-08-16https://tipsandtalons.com/share-pba-naha-entries-now-023c28.svgPBA NAHA 2027 Entries Now Open, Welcoming Back Nail Professional of the YearThe Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has announced the opening of entries for PBA NAHA 2027, a prestigious creative competition that celebrates the artistry of professional beauty. https://tipsandtalons.com/news/miniluxe-highlights-chrome-cat-cfa48d/2026-08-16https://tipsandtalons.com/share-miniluxe-highlights-chrome-cat-cfa48d.svgMiniLuxe Highlights Chrome, Cat-Eye and Bare-Nail Trends for 2026MiniLuxe’s service director Donna Charloff outlines the dominant chrome and cat-eye finishes, the rise of mermaid-inspired designs, and the growing emphasis on healthy bare nails, while previewing... https://tipsandtalons.com/news/opi-revives-iconic-nail-338011/2026-08-16https://tipsandtalons.com/share-opi-revives-iconic-nail-338011.svgOPI Revives Iconic Nail Shades for 45th AnniversaryOPI celebrates its 45th anniversary by reintroducing 24 beloved nail lacquer and Infinite Shine shades as permanent additions to its collection, responding to longstanding client and professional... https://tipsandtalons.com/nail-care/2026-08-18 https://tipsandtalons.com/salon-pro/2026-08-17 https://tipsandtalons.com/about/ https://tipsandtalons.com/sources-and-methods/ https://tipsandtalons.com/corrections/